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Tides

Test your knowledge about tides and their causes with this quiz. Learn about the gravitational forces of the Moon and Sun, the role of Earth and Moon's orbit, and how tide tables can predict times and amplitudes. Explore the various factors that influence tidal predictions in different locales.

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Which celestial bodies primarily cause tides?

The Moon and the Earth

What can tide tables/charts be used for?

Predicting the times and tidal range

What factors influence tide predictions?

All of the above

What is the most common type of tides experienced by many shorelines?

<p>Semi-diurnal tides</p> Signup and view all the answers

On what timescales do tides vary?

<p>Hours to days</p> Signup and view all the answers

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